Circleville Classic 5K in Memory of Jeff & Jean McGowan
Circleville Classic 5K in Memory of Jeff & Jean McGowan is a running race on October 24–31, 2026 in Circleville, OH, with an entry fee of $15.
- Date
- October 24–31, 2026 (93 days to go)
- Location
- 380 Clark Drive, Circleville, OH
- Price
- $15
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
The 39th Annual Circleville Classic 5K Run/Walk has an In-Person Race and a number of Virtual Events!
In-Person Race start time: 9:00 AM
In-Person Race day check-in begins: 7:30 AM (there is no race day registration)
The traditional 5 Mile Run will be a 5K Run/Walk this year due to increase safety concerns with Pumpkin Show traffic. The course will be around the Circleville High School and on the Roundtown Trail. After the race plan on enjoying the afternoon with your family and friends downtown at the 119th Circleville Pumpkin Show, “The Greatest Free Show On Earth”.
Pricing for the in-person 5K is $15.00 before October 14th, $20 until October 23rd. There is no race-day registration this year. T-shirts will still be available for sale on race day for those in the in-person race. $10 for short sleeve shirts, $15 for long sleeve (cash or check only)
All virtual events are $10. If you want the race t-shirt mailed to you after the event, $10 will be added to your total.
Proceeds benefit the Circleville HS Athletic Department and Alumni Association
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
64°
Typical Low
42°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Circleville, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Circleville, OH
Population
14,144
as of 2023
City Elevation
684 ft
Nearest Airport
LCK
Rickenbacker International Airport · 15 mi
Major Hub
CMH
John Glenn Columbus International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Circleville Classic 5K in Memory of Jeff & Jean McGowan, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
93
Days to train
- Race
- Circleville Classic 5K in Memory of Jeff & Jean McGowan
- Date
- October 24–31, 2026
- Location
- 380 Clark Drive, Circleville, OH
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Circleville Classic 5K in Memory of Jeff & Jean McGowan
Oct 24, 2026